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Is Walking Enough to Keep You Healthy?

By: Alyssa Hui

If walking is the only physical activity you can do, is that enough exercise to stay healthy? Experts say yes, but there are other factors to consider.

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6 Expert Tips to Prepare You for Better Sleep Tonight

By: Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Nick Blackmer

There are many things that can keep you up at night—from travel and excitement to health conditions and stress. Some strategies can help prepare you for better rest.

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9 Common Supplements That Can Interfere With Your Medication

By: Nick Blackmer, Alyssa Hui-Anderson

Although the use of dietary supplements and medications is common, taking certain medicines and supplements at the same time could have dangerous—even life-threatening—consequences.

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Allergies, Poor Sleep, and Parasites: Could Sharing Your Bed With a Pet Harm Your Health?

Sleeping with pets can worsen allergy symptoms, such as itchy eyes and sneezing. These issues often arise from constant exposure to pet dander.

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Should You Wash Your Face in the Morning?

Washing your face in the morning keeps your skin healthy. However, cleansing twice a day may not be necessary for people with certain skin types.

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How Long It Takes To Rebuild Muscle After a Gym Break

A short pause from resistance training might not affect strength. Studies show muscle memory helps muscles regain size and power quickly.

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What Is Bed Rotting?

People on TikTok are "bed rotting" as a form of self-care. It involves lounging in bed for relaxation and helps relieve stress, but too much can indicate depression.

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We Asked a Doctor If Walking Is Enough to Offset the Health Risks of Sitting All Day

By: Alyssa Hui

If walking is the only physical activity you can do, is that enough exercise to stay healthy? Experts say yes, but there are other factors to consider.

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Inside vs. Outside: Which Workout Is Best?

By: Alyssa Hui

Is outdoor exercise better than an indoor workout? Research shows it does matter where you work out. Here’s what experts say.

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Can You Still Get Enough Vitamin D If You Wear Sunscreen?

By: Alyssa Hui

Ultraviolet B rays can cause sunburns, but they also play an integral role in the body’s production of vitamin D. So can wearing sunscreen put you at a higher risk of vitamin D deficiency?